2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 891 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | BT-50 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
